Dr. Audrey E. Foster
Overview
Dr. Audrey Foster-Barber, a specialist in neurological conditions in children, has a particular interest in treating problems related to seizure, headache and neurocutaneous disorders (conditions affecting the skin and nervous system). Her expertise also encompasses encephalitis, neurocritical care (intensive care for neurological conditions) and pediatric palliative care (care of children with terminal illnesses). In her practice, she strives to maximize each patient's quality of life and developmental potential. Foster-Barber earned her undergraduate degree in biology from Harvard College, graduating with high honors. At UCSF, she earned her medical degree and a doctorate in biochemistry, with an emphasis on neuroscience, and completed the Medical Scientist Training Program and a postdoctoral fellowship in neurology. She also completed a residency in pediatrics and a residency in child neurology at UCSF, and participated in the UCSF Teaching Scholars Program. Foster-Barber has been a Jan Shrem and Maria Manetti Shrem Endowed Professor since 2022. She has received numerous honors, including the UCSF Health Exceptional Physician Award, a pediatrics fellow teaching award and the A. P. Giannini Foundation Postdoctoral Research Fellowship. She is a member of numerous professional organizations, including the American Academy of Neurology, Child Neurology Society and American Academy of Pediatrics.
Dr. Foster is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 3A (MPS IIIA, Sanfilippo Syndrome A), Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 3B (MPS IIIB, Sanfilippo Syndrome B), Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 3 (MPS III, Sanfilippo Syndrome), and Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS).
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1855 Fourth St., Second Floor, Room A-2432, San Francisco, CA 94158
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Foster has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Audrey E. Foster
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Audrey E. Foster?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Audrey E. Foster by calling their office at 800-793-3887. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Audrey E. Foster a top-rated expert for Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 3A (MPS IIIA, Sanfilippo Syndrome A)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Audrey E. Foster is classified as an Advanced expert for Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 3A (MPS IIIA, Sanfilippo Syndrome A), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Audrey E. Foster specialize in?
While Dr. Audrey E. Foster is a Pediatric Neurology, they have specific expertise in Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 3A (MPS IIIA, Sanfilippo Syndrome A), Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 3B (MPS IIIB, Sanfilippo Syndrome B), and Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 3 (MPS III, Sanfilippo Syndrome). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Neurology.
Does Dr. Audrey E. Foster participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Audrey E. Foster has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 3A (MPS IIIA, Sanfilippo Syndrome A). You can view a list of Dr. Audrey E. Foster's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Audrey E. Foster accept my insurance?
Dr. Audrey E. Foster accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 800-793-3887 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)Dr. Foster isAdvanced. Learn about Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS).
- Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 3 (MPS III, Sanfilippo Syndrome)
- Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 3A (MPS IIIA, Sanfilippo Syndrome A)
- Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 3B (MPS IIIB, Sanfilippo Syndrome B)
- Experienced
- 2q37 Deletion SyndromeDr. Foster isExperienced. Learn about 2q37 Deletion Syndrome.
- 47 XYY SyndromeDr. Foster isExperienced. Learn about 47 XYY Syndrome.
- Aase SyndromeDr. Foster isExperienced. Learn about Aase Syndrome.
- Abruzzo-Erickson SyndromeDr. Foster isExperienced. Learn about Abruzzo-Erickson Syndrome.
- Acrodermatitis EnteropathicaDr. Foster isExperienced. Learn about Acrodermatitis Enteropathica.
- Acrorenal Mandibular SyndromeDr. Foster isExperienced. Learn about Acrorenal Mandibular Syndrome.